Your 2 Day Trail Adventure
2 Distances To Choose From
All routes are fully marked and do not require a GPS or self-navigation. Aid Stations are positioned along the route. Distances between aid stations vary from 7km to 14km.
Race Information
Entries Open: 25th July 2022
Entries Close: 23rd June 2023
All entries include a R200 per runner per day conservation fee that goes to the Kruger2Canyons Biosphere.
Ultra Distance (70km)
The Ultra is a notoriously tough course, mainly because day 1 takes place in steep mountainous terrain with approx 2300m of elevation gain. Stage 1 quickly earned itself the reputation of one of South Africa's toughest stages on a multiday event. Stage 2 is much easier (350m elevation gain), but not to be totally underestimated on tired legs!
Marathon Distance (42km)
The Marathon distance was added in 2017. Stage 1 is a tough 25km, it also climbs up the escarpment, but does not go down into the Blyde River Canyon which means it has considerably less elevation gain. To receive a finishers medal participants must finish the Ultra or Marathon Distance on both days. Finishing both days, but on different courses will earn a Marathon distance medal.
Compulsory Gear Ultra & Marathon Distance
Depending on the weather forecast items may be removed from this list by the organisers at Race Briefing.
- 2.0L Hydration Capacity (Pack)
- Some basic nutrition
- Space Blanket
- Charged Phone
- Rain Jacket
- Base Layer (Long Sleeve)
- Headlamp for Day 1 start
The Venue
The race is hosted at Laerskool Mariepskop just outside Kampersrus, Limpopo, South Africa. Both stages Start and Finish at this venue. Camping and Dorm accommodation are available at the venue.
Packages & Meals
Biltong, burgers, steaks and potjiekos will be on offer through the weekend. Vegetarian options will also be available
Full Meal Package
Meal Packages will be come available closer to event. Prices TBC
Runner Packages Available
You can book a runner's package and arrange your own food and accommodation. Self-camping at the venue is an option at R190 pppn and dormitory bookings available at R250 pppn.
Single Day Runners Welcome
You can enter for just one of the two days. No race garment or medals for this option though.
Pricing
uLTRA Distance Packages
Marathon Distance Packages
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Full Package R3750
Marathon Race Entry
Weekend Meals (Friday dinner to Sunday brunch)
Dorm/tented accommodation (bring your own bedding)
R200 Conservation fee -
Runner Package R2000
Marathon Race Entry
R200 Conservation fee
*Please note that accommodation, garments and meals are not included in this entry
Single Day Runners
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Single Day Runner R1500
Single Day Entry in either Ultra/Marathon Course
R200 Conservation fee included
*Please note that this entry does not include accommodation, garments or meals. The selection of the day and race of choice will be made at registration at the event. -
Saturday 10km R250
10km Trail Run
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Saturday 5km R150
5km Trail Run
DIRECTIONS
Travel Times from Nearby Cities
Johannesburg/Pretoria – 450km with an ETA of 5 hr 15 min.
Hoedspruit – 30km with an ETA of 30 min.
Nelspruit – 155km with an ETA of 2 hr 21 min.
For a Google Map link, click HERE.
From Nelspruit Side
Travel on the R40 towards Hoedspruit. Shortly after the Orpen Gate turn off keep left on the R531.
After 15.2km turn left into Mare St and follow for 3.3km to Laerskool Mariepskop
From Lydenburg/Ohrigstad:
Travel on the R36 towards Hoedspruit. After going through the tunnel and descending into the Lowveld take the R527 (still towards Hoespruit). Then turn right onto the R531, a few kms after crossing the Blyde River.
Follow the R531 FOR 14.2km past the entrance road to Kampersrus, and turn left into Mare St and follow for 3.3km to Laerskool Mariepskop